Sacrifical Axe (Matchu)

Unknown maker

Medium: Steel
Dimensions: H. 15 11/16 in. (39.8 cm); H. of blade 8 in. (20.3 cm); W. 2 3/16 in. (5.6 cm); Wt. 3 lbs. 9.1 oz. (1618.8 g)
Culture: Indian, Thanjavur
Department: Arms and Armor
Classification: Shafted Weapons
Dated: 17th–18th century
Pixels: 2250 × 4000
SHA-256: 02388cd685079bf6…
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Sacrifical Axe (Matchu). 17th–18th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art.